“I found the course very well designed and user-friendly. The office and tutorial support available was excellent, and assignments were always returned quickly with very helpful comments.”

J Cattermole, Scotland

Proofreading Today

Proofreading Today is a ground-breaking distance learning course which will help you gain the professional skills and knowledge you need to become a proofreader.

It’s firmly set in today’s working practices and takes full account of how electronic workflow is changing the way in which proofreaders, editors and publishers work.

Why Proofreading Today?

Proofreading Today:

has been developed by an experienced trainer and working editorial freelance
is up to date with industry practice
comes in online and in printed form
has been reviewed by the Society for Editors and Proofreaders and contributes training points for SfEP members who are upgrading their membership
provides essential tips and guidance on how to establish yourself as a freelance proofreader
covers different workflows, from traditional paper to all electronic
includes the use of paperlessproofs software and Adobe PDFs
includes exercises based on a wide range of materials, including books, journals, newsletters, marketing material and websites
gives you access to an experienced tutor who will mark your assignments and help you with advice and feedback
comes with a free copy of Rediscover Grammar
includes the following when you complete the course:
- a free listing on www.edittrain.co.uk/freelancers, giving details of your qualifications and experience, and the services you offer
- if you would like your own website, a free website design template plus low-cost web hosting, or
- 20% off our fully customised website design service

If you’re interested, you can read a more detailed overview or sign up now.